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Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?Discover the critical insights in 'Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?', a comprehensive guide that delves into earthquake engineering and disaster preparedness. This essential resource, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, sheds light on the vulnerabilities of structures in seismic zones and offers strategies for enhancing building safety. With 304 pages of in depth analysis, readers will explore the catastrophic lessons learned from the
Discover the critical insights in 'Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?', a comprehensive guide that delves into earthquake engineering and disaster preparedness. This essential resource, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2021, sheds light on the vulnerabilities of structures in seismic zones and offers strategies for enhancing building safety. With 304 pages of in-depth analysis, readers will explore the catastrophic lessons learned from the last three decades of global earthquakes and how these lessons can shape safer building practices. This book is a must-read for architects, engineers, designers, and anyone involved in construction within earthquake-prone areas. Gain valuable knowledge about design and maintenance strategies aimed at reducing risk and protecting building occupants. The text not only addresses what contributes to building collapse during earthquakes but also discusses the historical fatality trends and the importance of ethical responsibility among those involved in the built environment. Whether you’re a professional or a concerned individual, this insightful analysis will equip you with practical information to advocate for seismic safety in your community. Don't miss the chance to learn from leading experts in earthquake engineering and secure your understanding of how to build for safety in seismic areas. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781119619420.Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119619420
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 304
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WHY DO BUILDINGS COLLAPSE IN EARTHQUAKES?
Learn from the personal experience and insights of leading earthquake engineering specialists as they examine the lessons from disasters of the last 30 years and propose a path to earthquake safety worldwide
Why Do Buildings Collapse in Earthquakes?: Building for Safety in Seismic Areas delivers an insightful and comprehensive analysis of the key lessons taught by building failures during earthquakes around the world. The book uses empirical evidence to describe the successes of earthquake engineering and disaster preparedness, as well as the failures that may have had tragic consequences.
Readers will learn what makes buildings in earthquake zones vulnerable, what can be done to design, build and maintain those buildings to reduce or eliminate that vulnerability, and what can be done to protect building occupants. Those who are responsible for the lives and safety of building occupants and visitors?architects, designers, engineers, and building owners or managers?will learn how to provide adequate safety in earthquake zones. The text offers useful and accessible answers to anyone interested in natural disasters generally and those who have specific concerns about the impact of earthquakes on the built environment.
Readers will benefit from the inclusion of:
A thorough introduction to how buildings have behaved in earthquakes, including a description of the world?s most lethal earthquakes and the fatality trend over time
An exploration of how buildings are constructed around the world, including considerations of the impact of climate and seismicity on
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★★★★★ 5
First ball was great!
Color: Black Green, Size: 8 Inch
This ball was great! My dog loves it. I ordered another smaller one. It had no pump and the inside was separated from the outside piece so it couldn’t be pumped up.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Fun and durable
Color: Flag, Size: 6 Inch, Color: Flag, Size: 6 Inch
I have a 5 month old teething Whippet puppy and this toy is a favorite. She loves carrying it around by the straps, playing tug, and trying to chew it. I think it’s pretty tough and durable for someone her size. I could see how a shepherd might destroy it quickly, though.
I was surprised to find you have to inflate it, but the pump and needles are included and it hasn’t lost any air over several days of rough play. (I kick it and toss it to her. We tug with the straps. She carries it everywhere.) The material feels like a heavy duty soccer ball, just smaller. It’s the perfect size for her.
I’d definitely buy it again.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2026
★★★★★ 4
It's a (smaller) soccer ball with nylon straps. Will no last long for aggressive chewers.
Color: Black Green, Size: 8 Inch
As the item title states, it's a soccer ball with straps. It feels like a soccer ball, but smaller and doesn't make any noises. The 8 inch size just right for my 50 lb dog. He can't get his mouth around the ball, but can bite down on the straps as we kick it around. He also plays and tosses it around by himself. It's also easy to clean.
It's a good item, but suffers from two issues.
01) The nylon straps are tough, but not as durable as I though. My dog is aggressive chewer and has managed to chew them up a bit.
02) There is a nylon strap that is longer than all the others, so he tends to focus on that one. After about 15 days of playing with hit, he's managed to chew that strap up to the point that it's almost falling off. It would be nice if all the straps were the same, larger, size.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Highly recommend
Color: Black Green, Size: 8 Inch
I was skeptical that it would hold up to our aggressive chewer puppy (staffyX) - especially during teething. But it has survived past teething into adult chompers and is still fantastic! Its his favorite outside toy, especially the tags make it fun (and those have been holding up well too). If/when it fails, I'll buy another one.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2026
★★★★★ 3
great design, poor overall quality
Color: Black Green, Size: 8 Inch
My dog loves these balls. The "tags" are a great design. The problem I have is the quality as they aren't tough enough. He goes through them pretty quickly tearing off the tags and puncturing the ball. He doesn't get that these actually cost money!
Each one also comes with a small pump, which I guess is great for a one time buy?, but man, if you don't own a pump just buy one and keep one. I have no use for several of these cheap pumps. How about offering the pump as an add-on for a dollar or two?
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Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2026
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